Historical interpreter
Government of Alberta’s Arts, Culture and Status of Women Ministry based in Edmonton, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Historical interpreter. Government of Alberta’s Arts, Culture and Status of Women Ministry supports the province’s arts, culture, and gender equality initiatives. It provides funding for artists, cultural programs, and policies advancing women’s rights. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Alberta
Ministry: Arts, Culture and Status of Women
Position: Historical interpreter
No of Vacancies: 4
Salary: $24.22 hourly
Employment Type: Temporary
Classification:Â Administrative Support 2
Location: Edmonton, AB, CA
Shift: 36.25 hours per week
Requisition ID: 67369
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English and French Language
Education:Â Candidates should have completion of a high school diploma
Experience: Candidates should have customer service experience
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have the ability to learn large amounts of information quickly and confidently speak and work with a range of audiences with varying backgrounds, from young children to seniors, in groups both large and small
- The candidates should have the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a small workplace team
- The candidates should have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods as well as lift and carry moderate loads
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have a basic understanding of the history of Alberta, an interest in historical interpretation, as well as communication, creativity, and organizational skills
- The candidates should have post-secondary education and experience in education, drama, historical interpretation, Canadian history, Indigenous studies, and recreation administration
- The candidates should have experience with children and seniors, and fluency in French and Indigenous languages
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to work collaboratively with a small team to lead tours of historic site structures and landscapes
- The candidates should be able to participate in the planning, development, and presentation of educational programs and special events for visitors of all ages
- The candidates should be able to coordinate craft and skill demonstrations anddevelop skills in leadership, public speaking, customer service, program and event development, interpretation techniques, research, social media planning, and historical crafts and skills
- The candidates should be able to collect admission fees and visitor statistics and promote events and handle gift shop sales
- The candidates should be able to perform day-to-day administrative tasks and maintain the general order of visitor facilities
- The candidates should be able to work weekends and, on occasion, travel alone or perform scheduled off-site work
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.